Hotel la Colonnina
Perched on the dramatic cliffs of Monterosso al Mare, Hotel la Colonnina commands sweeping views of the Ligurian Sea and the five villages of Cinque Terre.
Hotel la Colonnina is a hotel destination wedding venue in Monterosso al Mare, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA), 90 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
About Hotel la Colonnina
Perched on the dramatic cliffs of Monterosso al Mare, Hotel la Colonnina commands sweeping views of the Ligurian Sea and the five villages of Cinque Terre.
The property sits at the edge of terraced vineyards and ancient stone architecture, with the Mediterranean stretching 300 meters below.
This clifftop location provides an unobstructed backdrop for ceremonies and receptions where the coastline becomes your scenery.
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We arrived in the gorgeous town of Monterosso and walked up a charming street that leads right to Hotel La Colonnina. From the moment we stepped inside, the warmth of the staff set the tone.
Scott McLean · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- GOA, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located directly on Via Zuecca with panoramic sea views across the Gulf of Poets
- 4.7/5 Google rating from 200+ verified guests
- Historic Cinque Terre setting with UNESCO World Heritage landscape as backdrop
- On-site accommodations available for 50+ guests across multiple room categories
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 6:00 PMWelcome aperitivo on the sea-view terrace for arriving guests
- 3:30 PMGuest arrival and seating; ceremony begins at 4:00 PM on garden terrace
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour with Aperol Spritz on the clifftop loggia
- 7:00 PMThree-course dinner in hotel restaurant with sea view and sunset
- 10:00 PMEvening entertainment, dancing, and late-night snacks
- 9:00 AMFarewell brunch on the terrace before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- GOA · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000-35,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$15,000-35,000 for 60 guests with 2-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- $800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $85-145 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- $120-250 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0187 817439
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Includes basic coordination, venue use, and catering. Beverages, décor, and entertainment charged separately. Deposit typically 30-40% of estimated total due at booking.
Questions about the venue
What is the capacity for ceremonies and receptions?+
Hotel la Colonnina accommodates 20-150 guests depending on indoor and outdoor space configuration. Terraces and garden areas provide flexible ceremony setups with sea views.
Are rooms available for guests?+
Yes, the hotel operates as a 3-star property with en-suite guest rooms. Bulk reservations can often receive group rates; contact the hotel directly for wedding party discounts.
What season is best for a wedding here?+
Winter months are cooler but less congested.
Can the venue accommodate dietary restrictions?+
The hotel restaurant works with couples to create custom menus. Notify them of requirements 60 days in advance for sourcing local ingredients and specialized preparations.
What is the nearest airport?+
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) is 90 minutes away by car. Regional trains connect directly from Genoa to Monterosso in approximately 2.5 hours.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.